long haul truck driver

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work setting:

Various locations.

Tasks:

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
• Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques.
• Load and unload goods.
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes.
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials.
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment.
• Pay and receive payments for goods.
• Perform emergency roadside repairs.
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch.
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption.
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo.
• Transport and handle dangerous goods.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

Driver's License (Class 1 or A).

Weight handling:

Up to 45 kg (100 lbs).

Personal suitability:

• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Excellent written communication.
• Organized.

Employment terms options:

• Early morning.
• Evening.
• Morning.
• Night.

Experience:

No experience (will train).

Employment terms options:

• Day.
• Weekend.
• Overtime required.

Support for newcomers and refugees:

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees.
• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition.

Support for youths:

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment.
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.

Support for Indigenous people:

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people.
• Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers .